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Classic Shepherd’s Pie

Classic Shepherd’s Pie is a heartwarming dish, featuring creamy mashed potatoes atop a savory meat filling. It’s a comfort food favorite that unites family around the table.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 lb. 90% lean ground beef or ground lamb
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup frozen mixed peas & carrots
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 ½2 lb. russet potatoes (about 2 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1/3 cup half & half
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté onions for 5 minutes.
  • Add ground beef or lamb, season, and brown for 6-8 minutes.
  • Stir in Worcestershire sauce and garlic, then add flour and tomato paste.
  • Gradually add beef broth, peas, carrots, and corn; simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Boil potatoes until tender, drain, then mash with butter, half & half, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and parmesan.
  • Layer meat filling in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes.
  • Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes; let sit for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables in the meat filling.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For reheating, use the oven at 350°F to keep the topping crispy.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 24
  • Cholesterol: 80